Civil War caricature CDV of soldier eating hardtack. 1861.
Sale 964 - The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca
Nov 12, 2021
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
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$531
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Lot Description
Civil War caricature CDV of soldier eating hardtack. 1861.
2 3/8 x 4 1/8 in. printed image on thin cardstock featuring a wide-eyed Union soldier eating a huge piece of hardtack (light toning, some spotting). The number "61" is visible on the soldier’s forage cap, most likely designating the start of the war - 1861. No backmark.
The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca
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